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| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 6, 1893 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | May 6, 1960 (aged 66) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1915–1920 | Illinois |
| Position(s) | Forward (Basketball) Guard (Football) |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| Basketball | |
| 1920–1921 | Allegheny |
| 1921–1923 | Washington University |
| 1924–1925 | Kentucky |
| Football | |
| 1920 | Allegheny |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Awards | |
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Clarence O. Applegran (November 6, 1893 – May 6, 1960) was an American basketball coach. He was the head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball team of the University of Kentucky in 1924–1925, and compiled a 13–8 record.
Applegran attended the University of Illinois and played football and basketball. During the 1919 season, Applegran earned All-American honors as a guard for the Fighting Illini football team.[1] He later played professional football for the Detroit Heralds for the 1920 season before beginning his coaching career.[2]
Applegran, who served in World Wars I and II and rose to the rank of colonel,[2] finished his career at South Shore High School in Chicago, Illinois. At the school, Applegran was known for a booming baritone voice that required no amplification during pep rallies held in the large auditorium.